Michel Zelaya
Santamarina y StetaSantamarina y Steta assists a host of multinationals’ Mexican subsidiaries with international trade and customs matters, as well as providing a robust broader service that combines foreign trade with tax advice, administrative law and tax litigation. Work includes assistance with origin verification procedures, administrative procedures in customs matters (PAMAS), and reviews initiated by the tax authority. The practice also has capability in antidumping and countervailing proceedings. Alejandro Luna and Mariano Calderón share leadership duties, with experienced associate Michel Zelaya an additional key figure, especially in antidumping matters.
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‘The practice stands out for its uniqueness and excellence. The team offers exceptional skills and a strategic approach, positioning itself favorably compared to other firms.’
‘Superior quality, strategic differentiation and outstanding individual performance make this firm stand out clearly.'
‘The team has the knowledge to provide complete advice that allows the parties to achieve a balanced negotiation.’
‘The difference is made by the attitude and treatment and the quick understanding of the meaning of the negotiations.’
Key clients
- Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies
- General Motors
- ITW Food Equipment Group
- General Motors de Mexico
- Wabtec Manufacturing Mexico
- Siemens Energy
- Wabtec de Mexico
- Grupo Barentz México
- Dell México
- Aisin World Corp. of America
- Kruger Family Industries
- Locomotive Manufacturing and Services
- Inteva Products
Work highlights
- Advising iGas on the implications of government measures to eliminate hydrochlorofluorocarbons.
- Assisting Durakon Mexicana with evidencing compliance with the Mexican Foreign Trade Rules to recover its VAT certification.
- Assisted Alimentos SBF with a customs audit.
Lawyers
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Alejandro Luna, Mariano Calderón